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Engineer/Scientist I-IV/Technical Specialist (Cost Estimator)

Lepreau, NB
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Engineer/Scientist I-IV or Technical Specialist (Cost Estimator)
One (1) Regular position
Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station, Lepreau New Brunswick, Canada
Competition #21873 - 2025

At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

The Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station is currently seeking a Cost Estimator to join the Projects Services group. The Cost Estimator provides valuable support in project estimates to permit better project management decision making on required cost, schedule and risk mitigation plans to maintain project delivery.

Key functions include:

• Preparing detailed estimates of project costs based on project scope of work and engineered drawings, contributing to the on-time and on-budget delivery of multi-million-dollar capital projects, including both civil, structural, mechanical and electrical work.
• Performing earned value analysis to support project management and executive reporting, including the development of improved processes for linking Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) costs and project schedules
• Develop and maintain project estimating procedures, guides, and templates that are aligned with NB Power and industry best practices.

Our ideal teammate will have:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 6 years of related experience
Or
• Diploma in Engineering Technology and 8 years of related experience

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

Due to security requirements at a Canadian Nuclear facilities, the successful candidate will require a CSIS Level I Clearance which includes verification of background information, references, a Criminal Record Name Check and a Canadian Security Intelligence Service security recommendation.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:
• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials as long as they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials

In order to be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Gary Doull at [email protected].

Closing date: June 18, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. AST.

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.

Competition Number: 21873-2025
Company Website: http://www.nbpower.com

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